What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Kelso?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Kelso is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries to Kelso?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Kelso is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Town Centre and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Kelso?

The distance between Dumfries and Kelso is 115 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries to Kelso without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kelso without a car is to train and bus and line 67 bus which takes 5h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries to Kelso?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Dumfries to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kelso bus from?

Dumfries to Kelso bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Court station.

Where does the Dumfries to Kelso bus arrive?

Dumfries to Kelso bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Lambs Pend station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Kelso is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Dumfries to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 387+ hotels available in Kelso.

Dumfries to Kelso - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 67 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Kelso by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
5h 27m
£32–49
Drive 72.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Kelsocar 72.8 mi
1h 31m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Lambs Pendbus 101
2. Take the bus from Town Centre to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62
6h 8m

Dumfries to Kelso by train and bus

39Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Kelso, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Court to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Lambs Pend, Town Centre, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 6h 8m.

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